Pascal Oparada

Education: Mass Communications, Yaba College of Technology, Google News Initiative (GNI) News Lab: Advanced digital reporting 2024

Experience: Brands and Marketing Reporter, Daily Independent (2008-2014), Brands and Tech Reporter, TheNiche (2014-2019), Brands and Marketing Editor, The Nigerian Xpress (2019-2021), Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ)

Awards: PwC Media Excellence Award (2018)

For over a decade, Pascal Oparada has reported on tech, energy, stocks, investment, and the economy. He has worked in many media organizations such as Daily Independent, TheNiche newspaper, and the Nigerian Xpress. He is a 2018 PwC Media Excellence Award winner. Email:pascal.oparada@corp.legit.ng

6969 articles published since 29 Nov 2021

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Samsung unveils best budget camera phones for 2026: Top budget Galaxy models with best photo quality

Technology

2 months ago

NNPCL recruits over 1,000 Nigerian graduates after one-year training, performance evaluation

Energy

2 months ago

Forbes names Africa’s 10 strongest currencies in July 2026 as naira misses list

Economy

2 months ago

CBN lxposes 13,117 fraud-linked BVNs as Access, Zenith, UBA, Other Banks tighten crackdown

Industry

2 months ago

US announces new visa rules, lists 7 key reasons Nigerians may be denied visa applications

Money

2 months ago

MRS, AA Rano cut petrol prices as depots match Dangote Refinery rate despite rising crude oil prices

Energy

2 months ago

FG finally takes decision on new electricity hike, gives update on power subsidy removal plan

Energy

2 months ago

The government assures no increase in electricity tariffs as reforms progress, aiming for a stable supply and 5,000 youths to aid prepaid meter installation.

Canada revises citizenship by descent rules, clarifies who can claim citizenship if born abroad

Money

2 months ago

Canada clarifies its citizenship-by-descent policy, detailing eligibility for those born abroad to Canadian parents and expanding recognition for excluded people.

US revises immigration rules: 5 types of marriages not eligible for Green Card or visa benefits

Industry

2 months ago

USCIS clarifies marriage requirements for US immigration, outlining valid marriage criteria while warning against polygamous and proxy relationships. Avoid pitfalls.

MTN’s Xtratime shutdown sends shockwaves through fintech business as revenue plunges

Technology

2 months ago

MTN Nigeria reports a 72.4% drop in fintech revenue due to Xtratime's suspension, despite a 25.9% overall revenue surge. Recovery expected as service resumes.

FG to disclose how petrol subsidy savings were spent as pressure mounts for transparency

Energy

2 months ago

Government promises transparency on subsidy savings and spending amid calls for accountability, detailing fiscal impacts and support for vulnerable Nigerians.

FG removes import taxes on cooking gas, CNG, electric vehicles as dealers slash LPG prices

Energy

2 months ago

Nigeria removes import duty and VAT on cooking gas and electric vehicles, promising lower prices and boosting the adoption of cleaner energy solutions.

FCCPC issues fresh orders on payment for replacement of obsolete electricity meters to DisCos

Energy

2 months ago

FCCPC’s Tunji Bello warned DisCos against charging consumers for obsolete meter replacements, ensuring customer protection and regulatory compliance in Nigeria.

Elon Musk launches xMoney: 7 key things to know before using X’s new digital banking service

Technology

2 months ago

Elon Musk's xMoney aims to transform X into a financial super app with cashback and high interest, yet faces regulatory hurdles and trust challenges.

US bars 4 companies from sponsoring H-1B work visas for Nigerians, other foreign workers

Industry

2 months ago

The US Department of Labour bans GowraTech, Renotek Group, Seeloz, and Sherwood Academy from H-1B sponsorship, impacting foreign workers' legal status in the US.

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